How old can a tire be before it needs to be replaced?

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asked Jan 18, 2018 in Other-Cars/Transportation by myvicar (380 points)
How old can a tire be before it needs to be replaced?

Is there an age or certain amount of time that a car tire or truck tire needs to be replaced?

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answered Jan 19, 2018 by Larry S (42,350 points)
Tires should be replaced before or at 10 years of age. A tire at 10 years old or older is basically a ticking time bomb and is just waiting to blow out on you which could cause you to roll your vehicle and could potentially kill you.

You should periodically inspect your tires for weather checking and cracks or bulges in the tire.

If your tire has bulges also known as a tire hernia you should get the tire replaced asap as it means the tire is about to blow out.

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